A heart specialist, Dr. Jonathan Reiner, who previously managed the medical needs of former Vice President Dick Cheney, is calling on Congress to assess the mental fitness of President Donald Trump. Dr. Reiner, an experienced cardiologist and well-known public figure, raised concerns based on the president’s public statements and written communications, which he deems alarming.
This plea from Dr. Reiner follows President Trump’s recent release of a statement to European leaders outlining his personal views on America’s foreign policy objectives. In a letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Trump connected his failure to secure the Nobel Peace Prize to his political interests concerning Greenland.
In the letter, Trump expressed his shift in focus from peace to what he believes is in the best interest of the United States, citing his contributions to NATO as a reason why the annexation of Greenland is essential for global security. Dr. Reiner responded to this correspondence, flagging it as a cause for bipartisan congressional scrutiny into the president’s fitness for office.
Furthermore, Dr. Reiner highlighted Trump’s recent endorsement of a primary challenger to Senator Bill Cassidy, indicating a pattern of prioritizing personal interests over national welfare. Concerns about Trump’s health and ability to lead have been ongoing, with Dr. Reiner previously questioning the president’s medical claims, particularly regarding his use of aspirin.
Despite Trump’s consistent assertions of good health, supported by his physician Navy Capt Sean Barbabella, concerns persist regarding his fitness for office. Dr. Reiner’s call for scrutiny underscores the ongoing debate surrounding Trump’s capacity to govern effectively.